Bournemouth to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bournemouth from Lyon?

The distance from Bournemouth to Lyon is 460.9 miles (741.7 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located SE of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 553 miles, taking about 11h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Bournemouth is in United Kingdom, while Lyon is in France.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bournemouth and Lyon. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.